The University Library welcomes alumni who wish to continue using the library's collections and services following graduation.
The Alumni Association offers three types of membership: Basic, Premium, and Life. Library services vary according to the level of membership. Contact the Alumni Office at 708.534.4128 for additional information.
Basic Alumni Association Membership
In-library use of these resources:
- Access to computer workstations, as well as the ability to obtain a guest login pass at the Reference Desk.
- Onsite access to databases.*
- Free Wi-Fi.
- A collection of general books.
- A collection of journals.
- A collection of reference books.
- A collection of government documents.
- A collection of educational materials.
- A collection of audio files and videos.
- Access to the University Archives materials by appointment.
*Due to licensing restrictions, we are unable to offer off-campus database access to alumni.
Premium and Life Alumni Association Memberships
All privileges in Basic Membership are included and library materials can be taken home. Present an Alumni Premium or Life Membership Card at the Circulation Desk to borrow the following materials:
- General books, maps, and government documents. There is no limit on the number of materials being checked out. The loan period is 8 weeks.
- Educational materials center books. There is no limit on the number of books being checked out. The loan period is 4 weeks, no renewals.
Updated 12/23/2024